[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 161 (2015), Part 12]
[House]
[Page 16743]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




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                          FARM TO SCHOOL MONTH

  (Ms. DelBENE asked and was given permission to address the House for 
1 minute.)
  Ms. DelBENE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to celebrate Farm to School 
Month. Having healthy foods in our schools is crucial. We know that, 
when students are provided with wholesome foods, they are more likely 
to pay attention in class and to learn. In addition, by introducing 
kids to a variety of fruits and vegetables at a young age, we can teach 
them how to eat healthy over the long term.
  We are fortunate in my district to have farmers who grow some of the 
best food in the world. If our children know where their food comes 
from, they are also more likely to be passionate and connected to their 
food choices.
  Across our region hundreds of different fruits and vegetables are 
grown. These crops provide fresh, quality foods to our schools. Why buy 
berries from another State when we can purchase them from our local 
farmers?
  I strongly support the efforts of our local Farm to School movement 
and recognize those working to increase access to nutritious foods in 
schools.

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